In the premiere episode, meet the 11 teams who are about to depart on the adventure of a lifetime. Starting at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, they will cover more than 50,000km, 4 continents, 12 countries and 23 cities, and along the way, they'll confront fears, experience new cultures and make lifelong friends. Who will have the right combination of strategy, strength, skill and teamwork to win the $250,000 prize?
Tonight, the race continues as the ten remaining teams seek good fortunes in Hong Kong. After eating their way through thousands of fortune cookies in search of their next clue, teams are faced with the race's only Fast Forward. Will any of them be brave enough to take up the hair-raising challenge? Meanwhile, the relationship between two teams takes a big turn for the worse, while the Chinese zodiac proves too challenging for some teams.
When The Amazing Race Australia continues tonight, the remaining nine teams scale great heights to face their greatest fears in South Africa. While some teams revel in the African traditions, others struggle when it comes time to feed the giraffes. Meanwhile, another team finds themselves on the wrong side of the law, and will Richard and Joey's ruthless determination be their downfall?
In tonight's exciting episode, the teams continue their South African odyssey in the beautiful coastal city of Cape Town. But the high-flying antics quickly come to an end for Chris and Anastasia at the Detour. Has this fiery relationship finally hit rock bottom? The teams put the race into perspective when they visit a local orphanage to deliver some much-needed goods, and will a nasty accident on the last challenge bring the race to an end for one team?
Teams stay in the Czech Republic as they encounter some icy patches with each other. After introducing their butts to the ice, teams search for suspicious flagged persons before heading to brewery and church. Which teams can skate their way to the top and which teams will need a miracle to stay in the Race?
When The Amazing Race Australia continues tonight, the teams fight fatigue and have to keep racing without a rest stop. While on board a train for Poland, one team is robbed of their money and passports. Is it game over? Then, teams head underground in one of the world's oldest salt mines; while herding sheep proves frustrating for some. And the final challenge will end disastrously for more than one team.
When The Amazing Race Australia continues tonight, the remaining teams depart chilly Europe and the competition heats up in the Middle East. In Israel, they require patience and an eye for detail. And working together as a team takes on a deeper meaning when they are tasked with a challenge to discover how well they know their teammate. Teams face a daunting journey to a desert fortress. And one team won't make it to the pit stop.
The Amazing Race Australia continues tonight through historic Israel. At the site that housed the ancient Dead Sea Scrolls, teams are tested on their knowledge of Hebrew as they decipher their next clue. At the Detour, some teams choose to walk Jesus' final path - the Via Dolorosa - carrying an 80kg crucifix through the streets of Jerusalem. And scaling Jerusalem's old city walls proves a difficult last hurdle.
Tonight, the teams make a mad dash for Sri Lanka to secure a place in the finale. The Detour has some teams acting fishy; while deciding which carriage to ride in on a train trip could prove costly for one team. All teams struggle with their history; but are given the opportunity to make up some lost time at a masked street parade. And a final sewing challenge proves to be a disaster for all.
It's a race to the finish line when The Amazing Race Australia returns home for the winners to be crowned tonight. In Singapore, the teams seek their race riches from a local fortune teller; while a 55 storey tight-rope crossing Detour tests their nerves. Back in Australia, they search Fremantle Prison for their next clue. But the final challenge brings them all unstuck as they struggle to remember the highlights of their epic journey. Only one team will persevere to get to the finish line first and take home the $250,000 prize.
The Amazing Race Australia returns longer, tougher and more challenging than ever as racers vie for the $250,000 prize. Eleven new diverse teams will travel more than 65,000 kilometres across four continents on a route which includes a mix of iconic sites and some very surprising destinations.
The remaining eight teams race through beautiful Istanbul, where a Turkish bath challenge has contestants in a lather. And what will happen when racers are faced with a burly pack of Turkish oil wrestlers. Workmates Paul and Steve start to wreak revenge And could a nasty accident see the end of the race for twin sisters Michelle and Jo?
The teams are pleased after they learn that they are heading to Paris and straight into a culinary adventure. There is friction after Joseph and Grace steal Sarah and James' taxi, and the ramifications will still be felt thousands of kilometres away.
Joseph and Grace soon discover that the consequences of 'Taxigate' are far-reaching as they're confronted by James and Sarah in Cuba. A detour which involves two Cuban icons ends with aome shocking results. The teams are then surprised to learn they're heading for 'Australia'. The streets of Havana could prove to be the end for one of the race favourites.
As teams make their way to Vancouver, and a 'sleep in' could prove costly for one couple. Rivalry between the policemen and Paul and Steve heats up. Some cracks appear in more than of the other teams.
The teams battle it out in Banff in the beautiful Canadian Rocky Mountains. They find the going tough on the snow and ice and atempting to climb a frozen waterfall proves particularly difficult or a race favourite.
The remaining teams left in the running battle to make the top three in Beijing, China.
The three remaining teams battle it put across two continents in the quest to cross the finish line first.
Australia and New Zealand are pitted against each in 10 teams of two – five from each country. On the first leg they travel from Australia to Christchurch New Zealand, where the last team to arrive at the pitstop may be eliminated.
The remaining nine teams leave New Zealand as they make their way to Cambodia where they are faced with tough challenges, including eating fried tarantulas.
The remaining teams make their way from Cambodia to Thailand on foot and then have to deal with a long bus ride to get to their destination.
The remaining teams make their way to Namibia in Africa and come face to face with the local wildlife. Tension is running high and threatens to turn physical between Kiwis Jono and Johnny.
The contestants race from Africa to St Petersburg, Russia. A task to re-code naval flag signals divides alliances, and the pit stop conclusion surprises everybody.
With no rest period between legs, teams are still racing and heading for Kostroma in central Russia. They face a nation v nation challenge and the last team to the mat surprises all, but will a twist at the pit stop save them?
Teams travel to Lisbon, Portugal where they're put through the basics of singing, counting, and reading detail in their clues. Newlyweds Ashleigh and Jarrod face the biggest test of their relationship since getting married. Local seafood delights turn into an ordeal for everyone.
From Portugal, teams travel to Croatia and the old city of Dubrovnik where they have trouble negotiating the old cobbled streets. The only Fast Forward in the series calls for an act of devotion that leaves a lasting impression.
In the race to the final three, teams step up their game as they race across Buenos Aires, Argentina. Each team will tackle preparing a horse for a polo match and tango dancing.
The final three teams battle it out in the air, land, and sea as they race to the last pit stop near the 12 Apostles on the Victorian coast in the hope of winning the grand prize of $250,000.
The Dark Horses have already tasted victory, but can those teams maintain their lead as the final five continue the race in Namibia?
Only four teams remain as our race continues in the scenic location of Phang Nga, Thailand. Our teams will battle the heat and each other as they kick off in the fight for a place in the finals.
Our celebrity's race into Phuket to secure a grand final spot. They dive into the real Phuket, from its stunning natural landscapes to the bustling old town, all in a thrilling, nail-biting finish.
The final three teams battle it out in Bangkok for the winning title and $100, 000 for charity!